Swim Drink Fish
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Read the latest stories, updates and news releases about community science, water monitoring, and more.
What is the connection between a family-owned barge company and clean water? Take a look ...
Blair McKeil grew up spent much of his life on Lake Ontario - out on the water on ships, using the water, and getting to know it better than most people ever do. He taught us that water leaves its mark on everyone. Watch this LOW-produced video for the full story.
Federal Court nixes approval of new nuclear reactors
Press Release - Environmentalists are applauding a landmark Federal Court ruling that puts the brakes on building expensive and risky new nuclear reactors in Ontario.
May Challenge: Why do you love water?
Why do you love water? Share your answer with us in 120 characters and you could win a pair of tickets to see Jack Johnson in concert May 28, 2014 in Toronto at the Molson Canadian Amphitheatre.*
Our April Challenge Hero is Myron
Myron from Mississauga rose to the challenge. He was part of a team that planted 500 trees and shrubs at Spruce Park! Myron is our April Challenge hero.
RBC, Waterkeeper, and the swim drink fish movement
RBC was one of the first supporters of Waterkeeper’s Swim Drink Fish project. Their foundation’s support helped Lake Ontario Waterkeeper create the Swim Guide, one of the most popular nonprofit apps in North America.
The day Bullfrog Power came knocking on our door
When Lake Ontario Waterkeeper opened its first office on the Toronto waterfront, we were a scrappy band of two: Waterkeeper Mark Mattson & Vice President Krystyn Tully.
Environmentalists in court to demand proper review of nuclear risks
Lawyers for environmental groups ask a Federal Court today to order the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) to redo its environmental review of Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) plan to rebuild and run the aging Darlington nuclear reactors for three more decades.
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